Brunson becomes fourth NBA player with 4 consecutive 40-point games in the postseason Jalen Brunson has become the fourth player to score 40 or more points in four consecutive postseason games, the first since Michael Jordan in the 1993 NBA Finals.
Gobert (personal) ruled out for Game 2 vs. Nuggets Minnesota Timberwolves star center Rudy Gobert is out for Monday night's Game 2 against the Denver Nuggets, head coach Chris Finch announced.
Spurs' Wembanyama named NBA Rookie of the Year after record-setting season Victor Wembanyama had a year like no rookie in NBA history. The long-expected result became reality on Monday, when the Spurs' star from France was announced as the NBA's rookie of the year. He's the third San Antonio player to win the award, joining David Robinson in 1990 and Tim Duncan in 1998.
Riley says Heat aren't sure on a Butler extension If Jimmy Butler wants to see more pay, Pat Riley will want to see more play. And in simple terms, that is the entry point to this offseason for the Miami Heat.
Mavericks sign coach Kidd to multi-year extension Jason Kidd has signed a multi-year contract extension with the Dallas Mavericks, the team announced Monday.
Magic G Harris to return for Game 7 vs. Cavaliers Orlando Magic starting guard Gary Harris is available to play in Sunday's decisive Game 7 of the Eastern Conference first-round series against the host Cleveland Cavaliers, coach Jamahl Mosley said.
Edwards, Towns lead Wolves' blitz of Murray, Jokic for 2-0 series lead over champion Nuggets Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns powered Minnesota's 106-80 blitz of the Denver Nuggets on Monday night that gave the Timberwolves a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference semifinals over the reigning but reeling NBA champions.
Riley blasts Butler: 'If you're not on the court playing, you should keep your mouth shut' After Jimmy Butler made headlines over the weekend by trolling the Celtics and Knicks, saying they would be "home" if he hadn't been injured, Heat president Pat Riley, clearly wasn't amused by those comments. ESPN NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins weighs in on the situation. 3:24
Pat Riley on Tyler Herro: He's been a little fragile Pat Riley discusses Tyler Herro's injury history after he played only 42 games during the regular season for the Heat. play-btn-vid 1:23
Why Stephen A. feels good about Timberwolves taking down Nuggets Stephen A. Smith breaks down some key numbers for Anthony Edwards and explains his enthusiasm for the Timberwolves' chances to beat the Nuggets. play-btn-vid 2:40
Stephen Jackson: It's the perfect year to break up the Clippers Stephen Jackson tells Pat McAfee that this is the perfect time to break up the LA Clippers and rebuild. 1:07
Key numbers behind the Cavaliers-Celtics NBA playoff matchup Take a look at the important stats and sports betting nuggets ahead of the Cavaliers-Celtics NBA playoff matchup. play-btn-vid 1:20
Is Wembanyama the best player to build a team around? The "Get Up" crew unanimously picks Victor Wembanyama as the top player to build an NBA franchise around. play-btn-vid 0:56
Why Stephen A. has a sour taste in his mouth over Darvin Ham firing Stephen A. Smith breaks down his problems with the Lakers' decision to fire Darvin Ham. play-btn-vid 2:33
Stephen A.: LeBron's carousel of coaches affects GOAT case Stephen A. Smith explains how the high number of head coaches LeBron James has had in his career affects his legacy. play-btn-vid 2:57
Edwards scores 43 points, Reid erupts in 4th to help Timberwolves beat Nuggets in Game 1 Anthony Edwards scored a playoff career-high 43 points, Naz Reid had 14 of his 16 points in the fourth quarter and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the defending NBA champion Denver Nuggets 106-99 in Game 1 of the second-round series Saturday night.
Bucks' Antetokounmpo says he tried his best but wasn't close to playoff return Giannis Antetokounmpo acknowledged that despite trying to push himself to be available to the Bucks for the playoffs that he was "not close" to returning from his strained left calf, adding that he could run at about 30-40%. - Jamal Collier
Stephen A.: Pat Bev's actions are inexcusable Stephen A. Smith is disappointed with Patrick Beverley for his behavior toward a fan and a producer following the Bucks' loss. play-btn-vid 3:14
Another 76ers season ends in disappointment as clock ticks on Embiid's prime Joel Embiid gingerly plopped into his seat set to explain yet another season-ending playoff loss, a familiar scene year-after-year for Philadelphia’s oft-injured All-Star center. Embiid, though, wasn’t alone.
Young Pacers exceed expectations by advancing to Eastern Conference semifinals On Thursday night, Indiana took one gigantic leap forward by routing the Milwaukee Bucks 120-98 in Game 6 to reach the Eastern Conference semifinals for the first time since 2014.
Legler: LeBron's best bet to win another title is to go East ESPN's Tim Legler is skeptical of the Lakers' ability to improve their roster enough to be a title threat out of the Western Conference. 1:25
Legler: It's too soon to call the Suns' Big 3 a failure Tim Legler and Mike Greenberg discuss the Phoenix Suns' Big 3 in regard to their playoff futility. 1:13